Unit 6: Maintenance

PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENT

If the print head becomes damaged or wears out, it can be easily replaecd using a screwdriver. Critical adjustments are not required because the print head is a subassembly mounted to a permanent, factory adjusted mechanism.

1Switch off the printer and disconnect the power supply cord.

2Open the top housing cover

3Unlatch the print head and remove the ribbon stock.

4Relatch the print head and remove one mounting screw securing the defective print head.

5Unlatch the print head and disconnect the two wiring harnesses from defective print head.

6Connect the two wiring harnesses to the replacement print head.

7Secure replacement print head to the print assembly using one mounting screw.

CAUTION: EXCERSIZE CARE WHEN INSTALLING THE REPLACEMENT

PRINT HEAD TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO ITS ELEMENTS.

NOTE: A properly installed tear bar will be oriented so that it folds down in front of the print head andd is parallel with the print assembly.

8Clear the print head counter. Refer to the relative procedure for instructions if required.

9Reconnect power supply cord and reload ribbon stock.

10 Test cycle to ensure proper function and close the top housing cover.

Top Housing Cover

Mounting Screw

Print Head

Head Latch Lever

Figure 6-3, Print Head Replacement

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SATO 410e, 400e manual Print Head Replacement, Print Head to Prevent Damage to ITS Elements

400e, 410e specifications

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